Student Application

We are currently accepting student applications for Fall 2017 internships.

Application Instructions

If you are an undergraduate UofU student with a declared College of Science major (biology, chemistry, physics/astronomy, math), at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, current matriculation status, and at least 30 completed credit hours, you are eligible to apply. (Transfer students: if you have questions about your eligibility, please contact us).

Complete the application form below to apply to the College of Science Internship program. Applications for Fall 2017 internships must be received by 9/4/2017.

Each student may only submit ONE application to the internship program during the application cycle. Your application will be considered by multiple employers if you so choose. You will indicate on your application the internship(s) for which you wish to be considered.

Upload the following documents to your application: 1) your unofficial University of Utah transcript (if you transferred credit from another institution, attach unofficial transcripts from that institution as well); 2) your resume.

Within your application, enter the text of your cover letter(s) for each position to which you are applying. We recommend drafting your cover letters in a separate document and pasting the text into the application. Please customize your cover letter for each position to explain your interest in the company/organization. Note that although you will submit a different cover letter for each position, the same resume will be used for each.

Within your application, you will enter the contact information for two professional references. Employers will receive this information and are likely to contact your references; make sure the information is up to date.

If you pass the initial screening process, your information will be forwarded to potential employers. They will receive the cover letter, resume, and reference list that you submit within this application. All documents that you upload/submit should be formal, professional, and free of grammatical errors and typos. Visit the Career Services website for tips on how to structure your resume and cover letter, or contact us. We are happy to proof-read your documents and provide feedback, if we receive your drafts at least one week before the application deadline.

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Student Contact Information

We will use this information to contact you, and we will also share this information with potential employers if/when your application is forwarded to them. Be sure to use an email address and phone number that you check regularly. Check this information carefully to make sure it is correct.

Academic Information

We will not share this information with the employer(s). Your academic background (GPA, major, completed credit hours) will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum academic criteria to be eligible for the internship program. If you wish to apply for an internship position that has specific academic requirements (some employers only consider students with specific majors, prior coursework, or class standing), we will use the information you enter here to determine your eligibility for the position.

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Cumulative UofU GPA*

You must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA to be eligible for the program.

Major(s)*

You must have a declared major in Biology, Chemistry, Math, or Physics & Astronomy Departments to be eligible for the program. (Note that some internship opportunities are only open to certain types of majors.)

Number of completed credit hours as of August 18, 2017*

You must have completed 30 credit hours in order to be eligible for this program. In some cases, transfer credit can count towards this total. Credits currently in-progress do not count towards this requirement. Contact emily.gaines@utah.edu with questions about credit hours.

Class standing as of August 18, 2017*

When do you plan to graduate?*

The College of Science Internship Program does not offer academic credit. However, if you wish to receive credit for your internship, you may be able to pursue it through another campus entity (ex. the Biology Department). Are you planning to pursue academic credit for your internship?*

Attach Your Unofficial College Transcript(s)*

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Available Internships

Indicate below the internship/employment opportunities that are of interest to you. Note that you will ONLY be considered for the positions you indicate below AND you may not be eligible for all positions. (Some positions are open only to certain majors and/or students with certain coursework. If you indicate interest in one of these positions and do not have the necessary academic background, your application will not be forwarded to the employer). The basic parameters of each position are listed below; note that the compensation, hours, start/end dates, and duration of the positions vary. Please review the positions carefully before making your selection. You may view the details of each position at csme.utah.edu/internships/opportunities.

Youth Teaching Youth Intern - Natural History Museum of Utah (5hrs/wk, must be available Mondays after 2pm, 9/26/17-12/9/17, $9.50/hr)

Submit Your Cover Letter(s)

When you select internships above, a text box will appear for each position, below. Within each text box, write a cover letter for the position indicated. Be sure to include the position title and the name of the organization in your letter; customize each cover letter to make it clear that you are interested in the position and the employer. The cover letters will be shared directly with the employers you have indicated, as long as you meet eligibility requirements. Please spell check them before submitting, and ensure that your name and contact information is included. Use a professional tone and format. For sample cover letters, visit http://careers.utah.edu/find-job/cover-letters.php.

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Amglassador Internship with Momentum Recycling*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the BioEYES Intern position with University of Utah School of Medicine Project BioEYES*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Chemistry Intern position at Utah Public Health Laboratories*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the EcoGarden Steward position at TreeUtah*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Field Trip Intern position with Natural History Museum of Utah*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the INSPIRE Program Intern position at the University of Utah Biology Department's INSPIRE program*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Junior Science Academy Intern position at Natural History Museum of Utah*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Off Highway Vehicle Intern position at Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Programs Intern position at TreeUtah*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Sport Science Intern - User Interface Development position at UofU Athletics*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Sport Science Intern - Wearable Technology Database Development position at UofU Athletics Department*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the STEM Lab Intern at Natural History Museum of Utah*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Utah STEM Ambassador position at Utah STEM Action Center*

Please provide a cover letter for your application for the Youth Teaching Youth Intern position at Natural History Museum of Utah*

Attach your resume, in the format you wish employers to see.*

The resume you attach here will be shared directly with the employers you indicated above, if you meet eligibility requirements. Do not include sensitive information such as social security numbers. For sample resume formats, visit the Career Services website. You may only upload ONE resume file.

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List your references*

Enter the full name, title, organization, phone number, and email address for at least TWO references. Academic and/or professional references are preferred. Write these in the format in which you would like potential employers to see them.

Agreements & Certifications

If you receive an internship through the College of Science Internship Program, you will be expected to attend the mandatory orientation on 9/25 from 12:30-2pm. Do you agree to attend?*

Yes, I understand this requirement. If I receive an internship placement through the College of Science Internship Program, I will attend the internship orientation on 9/25.

No, I have a scheduling conflict on 9/25. However, if I receive an internship placement through the College of Science Internship Program, I will contact the internship coordinator to arrange a make-up orientation to take place no later than 10/3/17.

No, I will not attend the orientation on 9/25, and I will not schedule a make-up time. I understand that this will disqualify me from participating in the College of Science internship program.

If you receive an internship through the College of Science Internship Program, you will be expected to give a presentation at the mandatory symposium on December 1. In September, we will determine the exact timing of the December 1 symposium, so that it does not interfere with any of the participating interns' class schedules. This will give the interns two months of advance notice of the event time, with the expectation that the interns will maintain their availability on December 1. If you receive an internship through the College of Science Internship Program, do you agree to attend and give a presentation at the December 1 symposium?*

Yes, I understand this requirement. If I receive an internship through the College of Science Internship Program, I will attend the symposium and give a presentation.

No, I will not attend the symposium. I understand that this will disqualify me from participating in the College of Science Internship Program.

If you receive an internship through the College of Science Internship Program, it is imperative that we maintain good relationships with participating employers. Do you agree to notify the College of Science Internship Program promptly if there are any problems with your internship, or if you cannot continue with your internship as planned?*

Yes, if I receive an internship through the College of Science Internship Program, I agree to notify the College of Science Internship Program of any problems with my internship, or any changes in my ability to complete the internship.

No, I do not agree. I understand that this will disqualify me from participating in the College of Science Internship Program.

We would like for all of the College of Science interns to be able to contact one another, so that the interns can collaborate on joint symposium presentations and build a peer network. If you receive an internship through the College of Science Internship Program, do we have your permission to share your email address and/or phone number with other College of Science undergraduates participating in the Fall 2017 internship program? (Your answer will not impact your acceptance to the program.)*

Yes, if I receive an internship through the College of Science internship program, you may share my phone/email with other students in the program.

No, you may not share my phone/email with other students in the program.

Internship Agreement

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH IMPORTANT: THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT, PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE SIGNING.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

This Agreement must be completed in order to participate as an intern in the internship program sponsored by the College of Science (the “Program”).

I, the undersigned, am either the participant named below or the parent and/or legal guardian of the minor participant named below (both of whom are referred to herein collectively and individually as the "Participant"). I am familiar with the activities, responsibilities, conditions and risks that are associated with participation as an intern or volunteer in the Program and of the privileges and other benefits of participation. In consideration of these substantial benefits and privileges, I agree as follows:

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

I will participate or authorize the minor Participant to participate as an intern or volunteer in the Program. I UNDERSTAND THAT SUCH PARTICIPATION CAN INCLUDE FORESEEABLE AND UNFORSEEABLE NATURAL AND MANMADE RISKS AND OTHER HAZARDOUS ACTIVITIES INHERENT IN THE PROGRAM WHICH MAY EXPOSE THE PARTICIPANT TO ILLNESS, INJURY, OR DEATH. PARTICIPANT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATES OR ALLOWS PARTICIPATION IN THE PROGRAM WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF THE DANGER INVOLVED AND HEREBY AGREES TO ASSUME AND ACCEPT ANY AND ALL RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.

WAIVER, RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION

I understand and acknowledge that the University and the State of Utah are not insurers of Participant’s behavior, actions or participation in the Program, and that neither the University nor the State of Utah assumes any liability whatsoever for personal injuries or property damages to Participant or to third parties arising out of Participant’s participation in the Program or other related activities. I hereby agree to release, waive, covenant not to sue, indemnify and hold harmless the University and the State of Utah, and all of their trustees, officers, employees and agents (collectively the “Releasees”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, or loss or damage to any property arising out of or related to Participant’s participation in the Program or related activities, and excepting only such loss, damage or injury as may be caused by the sole negligence of any Releasee.

In the event of injury, I further consent to the providing of emergency aid or other medical care as may be appropriate under the circumstances.

I agree that the site of any lawsuit arising out of or related to participation in the Program shall be Utah and that this Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Utah, without application of any principles of choice of law.

Participant does not have any medical conditions that would prevent participation in the Program. Participant has adequate health insurance to cover the costs of treatment in the event of any injury.

Participant shall at all times comply with all state and federal laws, and all policies and regulations of the University and the State of Utah with respect to the Program.

If any portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid by a court of law, then it is agreed and intended that all the remainder shall, notwithstanding, continue in full force and effect.

PARTICIPANT HAS CAREFULLY READ THESE TERMS AND FULLY UNDERSTANDS THEIR CONTENT AND IS AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN PARTICIPANT AND THE RELEASEES AND SIGNS IT OF HIS OR HER OWN FREE WILL.

Participant (print full name)*

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I am signing this Agreement for myself as Participant. I acknowledge that I am at least eighteen (18) years of age and that I understand the terms of this Agreement. I also acknowledge that this Agreement shall bind my heirs and personal representatives.

I am signing this Agreement on behalf of a minor Participant. I acknowledge that I am the Parent/Guardian of the Participant and that I understand the terms of this Agreement. I also acknowledge that these terms shall bind my heirs and personal representatives and the heirs and personal representatives of Participant.

Next Steps

Once your application is submitted, we will review it for basic academic criteria. If you are qualified for the positions you indicated on the previous page, your application will be forwarded to employers on 9/7. It is your responsibility to notify the College of Science Internship Program if you receive and accept an internship offer from an employer participating in our program.*

I understand, and I will notify the College of Science Internship Program if/when I receive an internship offer.

Click the "submit" button to finalize your application. Once you submit, your application is final, and you will not be able to make additional changes.